Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy (Echosclerotherapy)

This technique involves the injection of various fluids, most commonly a foamed synthetic soap, directly into veins under ultrasound guidance. Ultrasound machines make it possible to inject veins that are otherwise undetectable.

The most common vein treated by this technology is the largest superficial vein in the leg (greater saphenous vein). It starts on top of your foot and runs up the inside of the leg to your groin. Until ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy came along the only treatment option was surgery. Now with ultrasound guidance and foam this vein can be treated in the office with no downtime, no scars, and better success rates.